Unit Secretary - Stepdown Unit (Day Shift, FT)

Prime Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital in Chicago is seeking a Unit Secretary for the Intermediate Care / Stepdown Unit. The role involves facilitating department communication, transcribing physician orders, and maintaining daily charts across the 7a–7p shifts on a full-time basis.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, BLS certification within 30 days, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or relevant experience required.
• BLS certification within 30 days and maintain current
• Medical terminology preferred
• Effective communication and customer service skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office preferred
• Previous experience in an acute care setting or physician’s practice preferred

Responsibilities

• Transcribes physician orders and ensures proper nursing signatures.
• Prepare and maintain patient records and daily forms.
• Order supplies for the unit and assist with indirect patient care.
• Support communication needs of the department.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification within 30 days (ARC or AHA)

Medical terminology

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Prime Healthcare Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital in Chicago is seeking a Unit Secretary for the Intermediate Care / Stepdown Unit. The role involves facilitating department communication, transcribing physician orders, and maintaining daily charts across the 7a–7p shifts on a full-time basis.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, BLS certification within 30 days, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.